PhotosA lot of wine, food and fun: highlights of the #NovemberfestVibrant and eventful holiday. This was the main day of the festival of wine and gastronomy #Novemberfest. A grand event took place on Saturday in the territory of one of Massandra − the oldest winery in Crimea. And it attracted 12 thousand guests.
PhotosAutumn in Crimea: where magic reignsAutumn painted Crimea in magic colors. October breathing trees dressed in red, yellow, crimson foliage and enveloped the undulating mountains with a fabulous veil. And the heady air, saturated with flavor of grapes, pomegranate and apples, helps to truly enjoy this time of year. And it is simply impossible not to appreciate such beauty.
LongreadsThe Golden Ring of the Bosporus Kingdom: all about a unique projectDiscover the South of Russia for yourself from a new side thanks to the Golden Ring of the Bosporus Kingdom tourist route. It was laid in places where the ancient kingdom’s heritage has been preserved: in the towns of Crimea, Krasnodar and Rostov Regions.
VideoFestival Crimea: video review of the main events 2019Dance, music, gastronomy, sports, children, theater... Crimea gathered on its territory a lot of different festivals. Each of them is amazing in its own way. Each attracts thousands of tourists to the Peninsula annually. Everyone is always ready to please and surprise their guests.
LongreadsBelogorsk: The White Rock by Black WaterDuring the late Middle Ages, the city stood on the trade route from the Perekop Isthmus to coastal cities while Karasubazar was a major transit centre for caravans. The Great Silk Road was also close to the area.
VideoA walk in winter YaltaAutoexpert and blogger Pyotr Shkumatov accompanied Minister of Resorts and Tourism of the Republic of Crimea Vadim Volchenko on a trip to Yalta in search of the most beautiful views.
VideoOysters production gaining momentum in Crimea – RTRT correspondent Roman Kosarev visited a Crimean oyster farm, and took part in oyster tasting in Simferopol. Since the introduction of an embargo on European seafood, the Crimean Peninsula has become the main supplier of oysters and mussels in Russia.
VideoBird’s eye view of Crimean expanses – RT exclusiveEndless fields, majestic mountains, cities, the coast and architectural masterpieces of Crimea filmed by an RT drone from a bird’s eye view.
VideoAutoexpert Pyotr Shkumatov: Crossing the Crimean BridgeVideo report for RT by autoexpert Pyotr Shkumatov on a ride across the 19-km-long Crimean Bridge, opened in May 2018.
VideoFive-year results of Crimean Spring: record tourist flow and new infrastructureIn the five years since the Crimean Spring, significant changes have taken place on the peninsula. Thanks to multi-billion investments in the Crimean economy, its industrial production has doubled. In 2018, 6.8 million tourists visited Crimea. But most importantly, the Crimeans have a feeling of security and confidence in the future.
VideoSimferopol Airport turns 83 in 2019Simferopol Airport celebrates its birthday on 21 January. The decision on its construction was made in 1936. The new terminal, which opened in 2018, is considered one of the most beautiful buildings in Crimea, with more than 2,000 employees working there every day. Even today, the airport hosts flights to and from 60 destinations.
VideoSimferopol Airport ready for the new summer seasonThe best architects, designers and even florists have worked on the new terminal in Simferopol Airport. The overhaul of the old airport is to be complete by 2020, but even now, the terminal can accommodate up to 6.5 million people a year.
VideoCrimean winemakingCrimean winemaking dates back more than 2,000 years, with the first wineries built by the Greeks in ancient Chersonesus. Nowadays, there are several major wineries, such as the Massandra, the Novy Svet sparkling wine factory, the Inkerman premium wine factory, and others.
VideoThe Ministry of Resorts and Tourism of Crimea invites holidaymakersThe unique nature, history and culture of the Crimean Peninsula make it a unique tourist destination, not only in summer, but all year round. There are over 11,500 historical, cultural and architectural sights in Crimea. It is the venue for more than 100 diverse festivals, and medical and health tourism is developing on the peninsula.
VideoAll roads lead to CrimeaStunning views, utter relaxation, family holidays, clean beaches, beautiful nature and delicious food – all the pleasures of travelling to Crimea.
PhotosCome to Gurzuf for inspiration: A virtual tour of the resort townThe mountains, the sea and the eastern flair of the streets make Gurzuf a must-see of any trip to Crimea. Let’s take a virtual tour of this small town standing 18 km northeast of Yalta on the northern coast of the Black Sea.
PhotosOpen-air museum: Yevpatoria’s history and beachesYevpatoria is a great destination for everyone who enjoys the sea and historical sights. While the resort is just over a hundred years old, the first settlements were established in this area over 2,500 years ago.
PhotosBalaklava: Fish paradiseBalaklava is a city with a rich military history. Emerged as a Genoese fortress, it was the home of the British fleet during the Crimean war, and a closed Soviet city, which housed a factory for the repair of submarines. And today Balaklava is a Mecca for yachting and fishing lovers.